Yep, that white stuff came down again. We supposedly got 8-9 inches. We truly are having a very different type of winter. Tons of snow, cold and wind. One of the drifts (to the dog's door going outside) was up 3/4 of the door. Had to shovel a path out for the dogs. This storm brought drifts as the winds were high. But the parking lot is plowed, it's cold but we're snug here inside, we're one day closer to Spring so this will eventually all melt! We were at a Level 3 again yesterday so it was a rather quiet day yesterday. Made for a productive work day! I want to extra thank Elizabeth and Sarah for staying longer yesterday to fill in the gaps due to the weather and bad roads.
We had BOXES last night. Wonderful boxes--I so appreciate these!
Jatcat--for Thumper's Room--a 3 level turbo trac. Alma has already been swatting it!
Widdletigger/Elizabeth--Chicken Soup for the Kitty Lovers Soul/kitten--made for part of their breakfast today
Jan from Hawaii--For all the cats in Thumper's Room--Play Stages turbo with boing toy, cuddle safe warmer pal and 2 cat nip yellow toys and 2 feather Kong toys. All now in Thumper's Room. I even saw Kitty Kat enjoying the feather toy!
Great Aunt Julie/tigercat54 from IA--3 crinkle tunnels (we use these every day)
Gusti from Germany--12 big cans of KMR
Alang/Alan G--card with note and awesome paper items--stationary, envelopes, note pads and mailing stickers--all with the FFRC logo and paw prints on them. These are really wonderful!
Jacksmom--4 cases of Fancy Feast Kitten turkey--getting ready for baby season
Sylvia/Gentlesong (our week visitor)--pop tabs for Kellan, bag of assorted chips, volunteer candy, turbo toy for kitties, wobble & scratch toy, 2 cat dancers, 2 kongs, lots of other really nice toys, 7 bags of cat snackers, 2 dz. jars of baby meat, dozen cans of Sardines, snackers for the dogs and bright colored copy paper
Jennifer B/the Benedek family from FL--donation to help with Coralie's expenses. Hug given to her!
Paul S--PayPal donation to FFRC
Fufi made it to her new home--here at FFRC. Dina and her friend left early on Tuesday morning and arrived back here last night close to midnight with Fufi. They went to Minnesota to get her (where Seymour and Patricia came from). We were worried about the roads coming home but roads were good until they got to the Ohio line. But they arrived safely--so grateful. Fufi is wonderful. She spent the night in Thumper's Room. She is now in Dodger's big pen, here in the front purple office. She's just chilling--watching all the activities. Since she's already been tested, vaccinated, her stay in the pen will be very short. She's relaxed, has eaten and pottied so she'll be ready to be out and about soon. She's a mild CH cat. A beautiful long hair grey/white/torti girl. Such a petite nose she has! She already has chirped and purred. She will remain Fufi which is a combination of Fluffy and Fifi. What a sweet girl. After full adjustment has been made, we will look for a wonderful home for her.
Weather permitting, we are looking for Patricia, Suzanna and Venus to go to their new homes this weekend--all to seperate homes. All 3 are such great cats! The next weekend will also bring a few adoptions! Unknown yet as to who will go though!
The 4 kitten goldies are doing wonderful. They are adventurous and ornery--just how kittens should be. Liberti loves extra cuddles. They've still been spending the nights in Cat's Corner Room but have been out and about during the day time. The kittens seem to really like Derecho. He's such a good Uncle! Thomas also spent the entire day yesterday in the Main Area but back in Thumper's Room for bedtime. Kitty Kat came over for a petting this morning! Walter has been awesome in welcoming all the newbies to "his" Thumper Rooms!
Alma is doing great. She is successfully getting into the litterbox by herself. We still help her to reinforce the idea of the box, but she truly is doing great. Coralie spent a couple hours in the Main Area yesterday--perched on one of the flower beds. I do believe she rather enjoyed it! She's figuring out very nicely how to lift her torso up to get over things. Her front legs will get stronger and stronger.
Cutie is doing great. She's been taking to sleeping in, in the mornings a bit. So now when she "surfaces", we make sure she gets a plate of food. Seems to be working--she has a nice round tummy! Derecho and Lorenzo still get their extra treat of baby food right after breakfast. Tabitha continues to do her thing. She unrolled a half of roll of paper towels yesterday to poof up her nest. She looked pretty happy doing it! Freemont loves his Moses Basket--he takes morning naps in it. Looks so comfortable.
The Blanket Raffle continues on. The tickets are $5 a piece--can buy one or as many as you like. Check out the facebook pages for pictures and information. We stop taking the tickets at 3:00 on Saturday. The drawing is at 6:00. We have special, very special, consolation prizes. You will love these prizes! Okay--I have to tell you. Two of the consolation prizes are those wonderful, beautiful cat/small dog beds that we received last week!
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Tuesday, March 11
Grab the oars and a row boat! Yesterday I thought we were going to be parking lot flooded and overflowing. Actually what happened is that the third storm drain froze up like a giant ice cube--4 feet down--one solid hunk of ice. That meant no water could get down into the storm drainage. All the melting snow water just backed right up on the parking lot instead of draining. So.........we swept and swept, got the water pushed into the second storm drain, removed the metal top and poured 80 pounds of salt onto that iceburg. Seems to be working. Very little water now on the parking lot! Olaf and Hank enjoyed the entertainment!
We had BOXES last night. Big time thanks given to you!
Amsprinkle--a case of KMR cans and 3 special Yeooow catnip toys--for Fondant, Emma Joe and Mellow. They can be shared with friends!
Laura/medic101 from IN--2 cases of Fancy Feast
Merry_Marvin/Maryann & Peanut--card with note, various sizes of batteries, potty bags, Cosequin capsules (for cats) for joints, pet coupons, bonito flakes and 3 cases Fancy Feast & Sheba
Maddysnana--dozen jars of baby food meat, 4 cans of KMR
Nona--60 jars of baby food meat
Bradley S--3 packages of spring toys, tunnel with toys. The tunnel has 3 "legs"--been out all morning. The cats and kittens love it!
Patricia L/plee9--ceramic lighted kitty doorbell cover--nice!
Joni W--kitty card with note--donation in honor of Coralie
Auntie Julie -happy birthday card for Magenta with walmart gift card and stamps for Momma Jacci
Fran S from ME--card flowers to kitties, donation in honor of Aunt Susan (schinn) from Moonlight, Headlight, Daylight and their momma
Walmart--donation in honor of Pat's volunteer hours
A friend of Venus--a kitty wand/DaBird toy for Venus
Judy and Phil (Sunday visitors) and family Heather, Steph & Sammi--soft soap dispensers, & refills, collars, cat snackers, case of water, shipping tape, toys, dog snackers, post it notes, yum cookies, licorice, Odo Ban, Hershey snakers. There were also a few other items, but Emma Jo chewed the paper up!
Anonymous Friend--bleach, vinegar, appetizers, volunteer snackers and pop!
Jakesmeowmy--donation thru PayPal, to be used wherever needed
Domingo F--donation thru PayPal
Jim C from OH--a new step ladder--lightweight and easy to move around, lunch yesterday was provided by a donation and also some help to be used however needed
Pat and Ellen from Defiance!--donation from their Amazon and Ebay sales for Feb.!
Just wanted to mention--I have recently talked to Dovie girl's mom--she is doing wonderful! She said it seems like Dovie has always been there! Starting last night, one of Thomas's meds is being cut in one half. He seems to be in a daze. Since he's now getting onto his maintenance dose, it appears that maybe he's receiving too much meds. So, we've cut one of the meds down a tad per advice of our vet. We will keep a close eye on him--don't want any of those seizures. He seems to be fine this morning--more awake and silly!
This is not cat related but want to pass it on. Two weeks ago I thought it was awesome to see 3 adult eagles right on the river here, all at the same time! My neighbor just came down and he said in January he saw 25 eagles right on the river (he lives about 5-6 houses down from me). And another neighbor, up the river a little ways, saw 20 eagles also in January. Pretty cool!
We are again expecting snow--tomorrow. It sounds anywhere from 4-8 inches. The cats put it to a vote--who wants spring--it was 100%. Bring on the green grass, tree leaves and flowers!
FFRC is taking on another CH cat. A caretaker for the shelter in Minnesota (where Seymour and Patricia came from) asked us if we would take on another cat. Her name is Fifu, which is a combo of Fifi and Fluffy. She looks a bit like Fabio. Apparently she's been there for 5-6 months and no home has been offered. She's about a year old and is a mild CH. I shared her video yesterday--she's really playful and a sweetie! Won't take long till she's in the main area. My daughter in law Dina and her friend left this morning to head to Minnesota. They will get there close to midnight tonight, stay overnight at a hotel, pick up Fifu early in the morning and head back to Defiance. It's about a 12 hour drive. We are honored to have her here and hopefully find her a home!
We had BOXES last night. Big time thanks given to you!
Amsprinkle--a case of KMR cans and 3 special Yeooow catnip toys--for Fondant, Emma Joe and Mellow. They can be shared with friends!
Laura/medic101 from IN--2 cases of Fancy Feast
Merry_Marvin/Maryann & Peanut--card with note, various sizes of batteries, potty bags, Cosequin capsules (for cats) for joints, pet coupons, bonito flakes and 3 cases Fancy Feast & Sheba
Maddysnana--dozen jars of baby food meat, 4 cans of KMR
Nona--60 jars of baby food meat
Bradley S--3 packages of spring toys, tunnel with toys. The tunnel has 3 "legs"--been out all morning. The cats and kittens love it!
Patricia L/plee9--ceramic lighted kitty doorbell cover--nice!
Joni W--kitty card with note--donation in honor of Coralie
Auntie Julie -happy birthday card for Magenta with walmart gift card and stamps for Momma Jacci
Fran S from ME--card flowers to kitties, donation in honor of Aunt Susan (schinn) from Moonlight, Headlight, Daylight and their momma
Walmart--donation in honor of Pat's volunteer hours
A friend of Venus--a kitty wand/DaBird toy for Venus
Judy and Phil (Sunday visitors) and family Heather, Steph & Sammi--soft soap dispensers, & refills, collars, cat snackers, case of water, shipping tape, toys, dog snackers, post it notes, yum cookies, licorice, Odo Ban, Hershey snakers. There were also a few other items, but Emma Jo chewed the paper up!
Anonymous Friend--bleach, vinegar, appetizers, volunteer snackers and pop!
Jakesmeowmy--donation thru PayPal, to be used wherever needed
Domingo F--donation thru PayPal
Jim C from OH--a new step ladder--lightweight and easy to move around, lunch yesterday was provided by a donation and also some help to be used however needed
Pat and Ellen from Defiance!--donation from their Amazon and Ebay sales for Feb.!
Just wanted to mention--I have recently talked to Dovie girl's mom--she is doing wonderful! She said it seems like Dovie has always been there! Starting last night, one of Thomas's meds is being cut in one half. He seems to be in a daze. Since he's now getting onto his maintenance dose, it appears that maybe he's receiving too much meds. So, we've cut one of the meds down a tad per advice of our vet. We will keep a close eye on him--don't want any of those seizures. He seems to be fine this morning--more awake and silly!
This is not cat related but want to pass it on. Two weeks ago I thought it was awesome to see 3 adult eagles right on the river here, all at the same time! My neighbor just came down and he said in January he saw 25 eagles right on the river (he lives about 5-6 houses down from me). And another neighbor, up the river a little ways, saw 20 eagles also in January. Pretty cool!
We are again expecting snow--tomorrow. It sounds anywhere from 4-8 inches. The cats put it to a vote--who wants spring--it was 100%. Bring on the green grass, tree leaves and flowers!
FFRC is taking on another CH cat. A caretaker for the shelter in Minnesota (where Seymour and Patricia came from) asked us if we would take on another cat. Her name is Fifu, which is a combo of Fifi and Fluffy. She looks a bit like Fabio. Apparently she's been there for 5-6 months and no home has been offered. She's about a year old and is a mild CH. I shared her video yesterday--she's really playful and a sweetie! Won't take long till she's in the main area. My daughter in law Dina and her friend left this morning to head to Minnesota. They will get there close to midnight tonight, stay overnight at a hotel, pick up Fifu early in the morning and head back to Defiance. It's about a 12 hour drive. We are honored to have her here and hopefully find her a home!
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Sunday, March 9
We love adoptions! The whole goal for our adoptable cats is to find that perfect home for them. A home where lots of love is dished out and they will always be cared for! Yesterday, our sweet Melia was adopted! She now has a mama that was so excited to have her. Then in the afternoon, I finally took Marty and Amparo over to their new owner. She lives about 15 minutes away is all. Their new mama has a wonderful rocker bench that she likes to sit on. When I left, Amparo was already on the rocker. Marty was being a bit shy but I don't think that will last long. Lots of good feelings in the house! More adoptions next weekend too!
Today the 4 kittens will come up to be in the Cat's Corner Room. After they are comfortable in there, their door will be opened for a bit of time during the day/evening. I don't think it'll take them long to adjust! I love it when we walk in their room now and they come running to us. Such sweeties!
Yesterday Coralie was rather quiet. I believe that's because she was all snug. She choose a big cushie and it wasn't long until all 4 kittens were snugged around her napping in one big golden heap! What pleasure to see that. Coralie is learning how to pick up her torso more and more. She's eating good (very good in fact) and she's getting herself to the litterbox now. It'll be a week tomorrow since her surgery. Only one more surgery to go and that is for her spay. No hurry right now on that. I would like to have her completely recovered before her last surgery. She's still blinking those eye kisses to us!
17 years old--yep, that's how old Magenta is now. She had her 17th birthday yesterday. She was fed anytime and anything she wanted yesterday. Oh wait, that's nothing unusual! What Magenta wants, this sweet girl gets! She did get many hugs and pets and kisses though--oh wait, that's not unusual either. We just love her to pieces! Happy Birthday, Magenta.
We had BOXES last night. We are grateful to you. Every single item, every single thing sent to us is truly appreciated!
Anonymous Friend--2 cases of KMR and a case of Canidae life stages food
Millie C/cogomogo--box of handmade yarn spiral toys. The cats love these and they'll also be nice to send home with an adoption
Terese/yankeechick from NJ--feather toys for Coralie and Alma (delivered to them!)
Shelly F from TN--Michigan flag for Kathy, gas gift card (extra thanks), kitty toys, 100 big paper plates, large pack of sm. styrofoam plates, Friskies bit can food, 1,140 Fresh Step Paw Points (we'll put towards free litter!), and a box of kitty wipes
Anonymous Friend--2 cases of baby meat food
Shela/oilsandsgirl--24 rolls sparkle paper towels and 2 big bags of Max kitten dry food. And the big box this all came from has become a fun castle to play in!
Tobyswife and Konnar--for Pania--6 cans of tuna (she had some for breakfast!), bag of adult Pro-Plan dry, catnip infused kitty toys and a case of Fancy Feast Kitten food. Thanks, Konnar. Hope your birthday was awesome!
Gary H from Canada--donation thru PayPal for FFRC
Konnar from NY--a donation from his birthday money. Extra hugs given to Pania and Coralie just for you! Thanks so much, Konnar.
Wanda E--our wonderful portrait maker--a donation for another portrait order!
Geremy K from WI-- donation in honor of Magenta's birthday--hug and kiss delivered!
The past 3 weeks, I've been extra busy updating the website, PetFinders and Google birthday calendar. If you notice anything amiss, don't hesitate to let me know! The same thing goes with the blog--if I've forgotten to put a name in or have made an error, it's fine to email me and let me know. Also with any sales--if you haven't gotten your item(s), let me know! I'd appreciate it.
Have you noticed how brave Coz is becoming? It's wonderful to see him out and about more. Same with August and Jackson--they are always present at mealtimes. A sure way to their hearts....with food! Joey also loves his food. He'll overcome his shyness for that delicious plate of yummies! No further seizures for Thomas. We are keeping a close eye on him. Joyful loves the back Thumper's Room. I don't think she's ever going to go back to the Welcome Room office. She seems quite contended right where she's at!
The sun was shining yesterday! There's still tons of snow but here and there we can see small patches of brown grass. There's mountains of snow piled up though. We can see the entire parking lot now though--no ice. We're ready for spring and tree buds, green grass and flowers.
Mellow is wonderful. She's such a gentle girl. Tabitha has become my desk girl. She lays here and anytime my hand comes close she swipes me with licks! Zelda has switched to being in my lap, which I love. Whisk found a bug yesterday--he followed that little moving dot for a long, long time. Purrzer and Seymour both had a milk ring yesterday. Unbelievable how long a little thing like that can keep them entertained for so long. The Covies were out on Friday and they'll have another fun day in the sun today. Have to go. Tabitha just jumped up on the desk and wants my hand!
Today the 4 kittens will come up to be in the Cat's Corner Room. After they are comfortable in there, their door will be opened for a bit of time during the day/evening. I don't think it'll take them long to adjust! I love it when we walk in their room now and they come running to us. Such sweeties!
Yesterday Coralie was rather quiet. I believe that's because she was all snug. She choose a big cushie and it wasn't long until all 4 kittens were snugged around her napping in one big golden heap! What pleasure to see that. Coralie is learning how to pick up her torso more and more. She's eating good (very good in fact) and she's getting herself to the litterbox now. It'll be a week tomorrow since her surgery. Only one more surgery to go and that is for her spay. No hurry right now on that. I would like to have her completely recovered before her last surgery. She's still blinking those eye kisses to us!
17 years old--yep, that's how old Magenta is now. She had her 17th birthday yesterday. She was fed anytime and anything she wanted yesterday. Oh wait, that's nothing unusual! What Magenta wants, this sweet girl gets! She did get many hugs and pets and kisses though--oh wait, that's not unusual either. We just love her to pieces! Happy Birthday, Magenta.
We had BOXES last night. We are grateful to you. Every single item, every single thing sent to us is truly appreciated!
Anonymous Friend--2 cases of KMR and a case of Canidae life stages food
Millie C/cogomogo--box of handmade yarn spiral toys. The cats love these and they'll also be nice to send home with an adoption
Terese/yankeechick from NJ--feather toys for Coralie and Alma (delivered to them!)
Shelly F from TN--Michigan flag for Kathy, gas gift card (extra thanks), kitty toys, 100 big paper plates, large pack of sm. styrofoam plates, Friskies bit can food, 1,140 Fresh Step Paw Points (we'll put towards free litter!), and a box of kitty wipes
Anonymous Friend--2 cases of baby meat food
Shela/oilsandsgirl--24 rolls sparkle paper towels and 2 big bags of Max kitten dry food. And the big box this all came from has become a fun castle to play in!
Tobyswife and Konnar--for Pania--6 cans of tuna (she had some for breakfast!), bag of adult Pro-Plan dry, catnip infused kitty toys and a case of Fancy Feast Kitten food. Thanks, Konnar. Hope your birthday was awesome!
Gary H from Canada--donation thru PayPal for FFRC
Konnar from NY--a donation from his birthday money. Extra hugs given to Pania and Coralie just for you! Thanks so much, Konnar.
Wanda E--our wonderful portrait maker--a donation for another portrait order!
Geremy K from WI-- donation in honor of Magenta's birthday--hug and kiss delivered!
The past 3 weeks, I've been extra busy updating the website, PetFinders and Google birthday calendar. If you notice anything amiss, don't hesitate to let me know! The same thing goes with the blog--if I've forgotten to put a name in or have made an error, it's fine to email me and let me know. Also with any sales--if you haven't gotten your item(s), let me know! I'd appreciate it.
Have you noticed how brave Coz is becoming? It's wonderful to see him out and about more. Same with August and Jackson--they are always present at mealtimes. A sure way to their hearts....with food! Joey also loves his food. He'll overcome his shyness for that delicious plate of yummies! No further seizures for Thomas. We are keeping a close eye on him. Joyful loves the back Thumper's Room. I don't think she's ever going to go back to the Welcome Room office. She seems quite contended right where she's at!
The sun was shining yesterday! There's still tons of snow but here and there we can see small patches of brown grass. There's mountains of snow piled up though. We can see the entire parking lot now though--no ice. We're ready for spring and tree buds, green grass and flowers.
Mellow is wonderful. She's such a gentle girl. Tabitha has become my desk girl. She lays here and anytime my hand comes close she swipes me with licks! Zelda has switched to being in my lap, which I love. Whisk found a bug yesterday--he followed that little moving dot for a long, long time. Purrzer and Seymour both had a milk ring yesterday. Unbelievable how long a little thing like that can keep them entertained for so long. The Covies were out on Friday and they'll have another fun day in the sun today. Have to go. Tabitha just jumped up on the desk and wants my hand!
Friday, March 7, 2014
Friday, March 7
As I'm sitting here, there are 4 cats zooming around me. And then there's 3 cats zipping in and out of the room, only to return to climb up the pole and around the room, chasing each other. I can hear 2 different cats chirping in the main area. Love that sound. Just went to check on the back Thumper's Room. All is happy there. Thomas comes bounding in his wonderful, awkward gait to meet me. Coralie does her slow kiss blink which is so heartwarming. The kittens are rocking and rolling over the whole room. I even saw Joey peek out behind his poof at me. There's 5 cats lined up on the orange cat walks in the Kitty Kabana room, already watching the birds eating---no, wait, make that 6 cats now. And there are 3 cats on the Kuranda Tower at the window where the shelf bird feeders are--they are so so close to the birds, yet so far away! Tabitha is on my desk, doing her morning thing--licking me! This is a good morning.
We had BOXES last night! My gratitude to you all.
June/painteddaisy--our week visitor--2 cases of baby food meat. She also made chocolate covered strawberries and cream puffs for all of us--absolutely delicious!
Brenda R /yarnlover from CA--card with a note, an iPhone cat cover, magnet that is already on the refrig. A book "Secrets of Cats Lore, Legend & Lives" by Barbara Holland, a yoga kittie calendar, 2 girls tshirts with paws for a Day sale, case of Fancy Feast and a Knock Out treat toy. Brenda also sent 6 gorgeous scarves for a Sale--absolutely beautiful scarves.
Volunteer Mary from Archbold--baskets of various sizes (purple!), 10 spatulas, 200 spoons, kitty magnets and a cat clip. Mary restocks FFRC top to bottom once a week--I love it!
Sheila/oilsandsgirl--9 containers Lysol wipes, 2 cases Fancy Feast and 208 gallon-size Ziploc bags Elizabeth H from NJ--article on cat foods
Trudy S from Bryan--a donation for FFRC
Tenlillions/Selena with help from MaryAnn/catsmeow--2 wonderful, beautiful cat beds. These are so very nice. Thank you Selena! We will put these in a raffle! Appreciate this. One is yello9w with bright colors and the other is a leopard print.
Thanks too for these PayPal donations!
Gusti from Germany--a donation for Barb to name a kitty
Beth A from IL--a donation for Barb to have a first aid kit
Kathy K from IA--a donation for Barb to have a leggydew for Yvonne
Yankeechick--a donation for an icecream cake for Barb (and a little for Yvonne!)
Joyce N from CO--donation for FFRC
Oilsandsgirl--a donation for FFRC to use as needed
Helen D--a donation to help with the New Kittens of Kitten Season 2014
Mary Elizabeth I from AZ--donation to use as needed. Coralie hug given!
I know so many viewer friends want to see Thomas here in the Rescue Center more! And that's so nice of you. We're still giving him time. A little does it for Thomas. We will gradually lengthen his time in the Main Area. For now, we want to get those seizures under better control and his little "episodes" that he also has. He's been here 9 days now and has only had 1 mild seizure and only one "episode". So, we are progressing! Easy does it for Thomas. He has a huge heart of love to give (and take!!).
We now have 2 cats leaving on next weekend (the 15th). That will be Patricia and Suzanna. Yes, Suzanna now has a home! I'm thrilled for her. We also have 3 other families that will be looking. Tomorrow morning, Melia will be leaving for her new home. Also tomorrow, I believe 2 other families will be coming to look. These are good things. Each adoption goes under scrutiny by me. Much talking and agreeing has to be done, along with vet reference checks and where they live. I'm rather "picky", but that's ok. We are these cat's voices of being sure they go into appropriate and loving homes.
The kittens have names! These names are all from the Name a Cat list.
Liberty--light beige/white female
Rocky Top, AKA Rocky--medium hair gold/white, boy
Merle--long hair gold, boy
Tinker--short hair, gold tiger, boy
All 4 appear to be healthy. Full of energy and will add alot of fun to the Main Area when they come up!
"Compassion has no limit. Kindness has no enemy". Wonderful words from our chatter friend, Brenda R.
We had BOXES last night! My gratitude to you all.
June/painteddaisy--our week visitor--2 cases of baby food meat. She also made chocolate covered strawberries and cream puffs for all of us--absolutely delicious!
Brenda R /yarnlover from CA--card with a note, an iPhone cat cover, magnet that is already on the refrig. A book "Secrets of Cats Lore, Legend & Lives" by Barbara Holland, a yoga kittie calendar, 2 girls tshirts with paws for a Day sale, case of Fancy Feast and a Knock Out treat toy. Brenda also sent 6 gorgeous scarves for a Sale--absolutely beautiful scarves.
Volunteer Mary from Archbold--baskets of various sizes (purple!), 10 spatulas, 200 spoons, kitty magnets and a cat clip. Mary restocks FFRC top to bottom once a week--I love it!
Sheila/oilsandsgirl--9 containers Lysol wipes, 2 cases Fancy Feast and 208 gallon-size Ziploc bags Elizabeth H from NJ--article on cat foods
Trudy S from Bryan--a donation for FFRC
Tenlillions/Selena with help from MaryAnn/catsmeow--2 wonderful, beautiful cat beds. These are so very nice. Thank you Selena! We will put these in a raffle! Appreciate this. One is yello9w with bright colors and the other is a leopard print.
Thanks too for these PayPal donations!
Gusti from Germany--a donation for Barb to name a kitty
Beth A from IL--a donation for Barb to have a first aid kit
Kathy K from IA--a donation for Barb to have a leggydew for Yvonne
Yankeechick--a donation for an icecream cake for Barb (and a little for Yvonne!)
Joyce N from CO--donation for FFRC
Oilsandsgirl--a donation for FFRC to use as needed
Helen D--a donation to help with the New Kittens of Kitten Season 2014
Mary Elizabeth I from AZ--donation to use as needed. Coralie hug given!
I know so many viewer friends want to see Thomas here in the Rescue Center more! And that's so nice of you. We're still giving him time. A little does it for Thomas. We will gradually lengthen his time in the Main Area. For now, we want to get those seizures under better control and his little "episodes" that he also has. He's been here 9 days now and has only had 1 mild seizure and only one "episode". So, we are progressing! Easy does it for Thomas. He has a huge heart of love to give (and take!!).
We now have 2 cats leaving on next weekend (the 15th). That will be Patricia and Suzanna. Yes, Suzanna now has a home! I'm thrilled for her. We also have 3 other families that will be looking. Tomorrow morning, Melia will be leaving for her new home. Also tomorrow, I believe 2 other families will be coming to look. These are good things. Each adoption goes under scrutiny by me. Much talking and agreeing has to be done, along with vet reference checks and where they live. I'm rather "picky", but that's ok. We are these cat's voices of being sure they go into appropriate and loving homes.
The kittens have names! These names are all from the Name a Cat list.
Liberty--light beige/white female
Rocky Top, AKA Rocky--medium hair gold/white, boy
Merle--long hair gold, boy
Tinker--short hair, gold tiger, boy
All 4 appear to be healthy. Full of energy and will add alot of fun to the Main Area when they come up!
"Compassion has no limit. Kindness has no enemy". Wonderful words from our chatter friend, Brenda R.
Thursday, March 6, 2014
Thursday, March 6
Kitties and cats! Sure do love them. So many of them are zipping around here like crazy. Especially Dodger, Garth, Emma Jo and Shamballie--they simply do not know what walking means. Everything is at high speed! What fun they have. Then there's usually a group of 6 every morning that sits on the top two levels of the kuranda tower by a window where the bird feeders are right outside the window. They paw and paw at the glass. The birds are oblivious due to the film on the glass!
This morning Barb left to go back home. We will miss her big time. She also adopted Yvonne. She got thru security just fine--no problems. Yvonne was a good girl. It's so sweet--this cat was meant for Barb! We also have another adoption coming up. On Saturday morning, we have a lady coming back to adopt Melia! This will be a great cat for this lady! We also currently have 3 other families that will be actively looking for a cat to adopt from FFRC. On the 15th weekend, our sweet Patricia will be leaving. I'm telling you--that Patricia is awesome--such a sweetie and such a great personality!
We had BOXES last night! Many many thanks to you.
Butterflyclass from Belgium--a wonderful letter from the teacher and students. For the volunteers--butterfly key chains and necklaces. 3 blankies and a pillow for Derecho and his friends....all made using knots! What a wonderful gift from our school children friends--we thank you! Derecho says to say Hi!
Mayumi from Japan--2 boxes Tullie Tuna (cats love this!), snackers for the cats and for the volunteers: 2 boxes of special cookies
Tigercat54/great Aunt Julie in IA--In honor of her father--snacks for the volunteers! Lay/Dorito snackers, 105 (oops, now there's 101!) Reeses PB cups, Anderson PB pretzels for Steve, bag of K-Cups variety and a box of Special K crackers & chips
Gerricross--15 lb bag Royal Canin Kitten dry
Bradley S--Aikiou Interactive feeder---really neat! I put a bag of snackers in it last night and this morning they were all gone!
Jatcat--a wonderful raffle drum! We can use this for our Raffle Drawings! Now, I want to do another one sooooon!!
Susan345--7 lb bag of Royal Canin Kitten dry
Painteddaisy/June (our visitor this week)--vinegar, bleach, appetizers, ham with a bone for the kitties (coming later this week!) and pop
Vickie D--6 bags of Royal Canin Baby Cat dry
Susan L from OR--For Coralie or one who needs warmth--a K & H heated kitty pad! really nice
Then..........we had an extra special box. It was from Derecho with help from our friend Beth/Eaglewatcher. When we went to the OVMA, one of the things I especially wanted to look into was a heated pad/bed for surgical use. We sometimes have trouble keeping the body temp up on some of the longer surgeries. I found 3 different kinds. The 2 would've been ok, but in all reality, would've had some problems down the road with kitty claws. The one that I was oh, so wanting, is an awesome unit. It's a conductive heat--a wonderful unit, but expensive. I must've visited that table to see it 5-6 different times. As much as I knew it was a wonderful set-up, I just couldn't spend the money. So, I ended up leaving not ordering anything as a warmer for our surgeries. Well........Derecho must've told Eaglewatcher my dreams. You see, I talk to Derecho alot. And Eaglewatcher listened to Derecho. I am so so grateful for this heater unit. I'm excited and honored to have it. I thank you, Beth.
Kitten season has arrived. Yesterday we took in 4 kittens. Rarely do we get kittens in that are in decent shape. But, these kittens are! They are of the orangie tribe! 3 boys/1 girl. One boy is long hair gold tiger/white. Another boy is all orange tiger. The third boy is orange/white, short hair. The girl is a light orange/white. They've been tested, wormed, vaccinated, bathed and already out on the floor playing at full speed in the back Thumper's Room. So cute to watch them play! They are 9 weeks old. Names will be coming very soon.
Unfortunately, Thomas had a seizure yesterday. Not one of the big nasty ones, but enough to be confusing to him afterwards. Not to worry--we are still trying to get him to his therapeutic level which can take a whole month. This was simply a break thru seizure. He's good to go again! This boy is awesome--so sweet, loves people and has been having a few short visits in the main area. He won't be up in the main area until meds/seizures are more stabilized and the little "fit" episodes that he's had in his past are indeed a time of the past. He had one of these episodes the very first night, but not since then. Thomas is a happy boy and utterly loves to be held and petted. His friend Kitty Kat is more relaxed and we're still working on Joey. I talked to the lady that saved him from the hoarding situation. In her words, Joey had a miserable life, which was spent in a basement. He has a right to be sad right now. You can see it in his eyes. But, each day here, will bring him closer to being the happy Joey. We're working on him.
Coralie is awesome! It's only 3 days post-op. This morning she got into the litterbox by herself and pottied! This is a place where we get very excited about pottying! Yep, she pottied just fine! I've been walking her around the main area of the rescue center a couple times a day to start preparing her for coming up to this area. She's purring and feeling better each day. She's figuring out this new lifestyle for herself!
All is fine. Cats are healthy, adoptions are going good. Our residents are wonderful. Covies are starting to look forward to moving back to the Cove in April. Porchies were seen yesterday basking in the sun (yes, in the snow, but the sun was shining!). Volunteers are awesome! Life is indeed good.
This morning Barb left to go back home. We will miss her big time. She also adopted Yvonne. She got thru security just fine--no problems. Yvonne was a good girl. It's so sweet--this cat was meant for Barb! We also have another adoption coming up. On Saturday morning, we have a lady coming back to adopt Melia! This will be a great cat for this lady! We also currently have 3 other families that will be actively looking for a cat to adopt from FFRC. On the 15th weekend, our sweet Patricia will be leaving. I'm telling you--that Patricia is awesome--such a sweetie and such a great personality!
We had BOXES last night! Many many thanks to you.
Butterflyclass from Belgium--a wonderful letter from the teacher and students. For the volunteers--butterfly key chains and necklaces. 3 blankies and a pillow for Derecho and his friends....all made using knots! What a wonderful gift from our school children friends--we thank you! Derecho says to say Hi!
Mayumi from Japan--2 boxes Tullie Tuna (cats love this!), snackers for the cats and for the volunteers: 2 boxes of special cookies
Tigercat54/great Aunt Julie in IA--In honor of her father--snacks for the volunteers! Lay/Dorito snackers, 105 (oops, now there's 101!) Reeses PB cups, Anderson PB pretzels for Steve, bag of K-Cups variety and a box of Special K crackers & chips
Gerricross--15 lb bag Royal Canin Kitten dry
Bradley S--Aikiou Interactive feeder---really neat! I put a bag of snackers in it last night and this morning they were all gone!
Jatcat--a wonderful raffle drum! We can use this for our Raffle Drawings! Now, I want to do another one sooooon!!
Susan345--7 lb bag of Royal Canin Kitten dry
Painteddaisy/June (our visitor this week)--vinegar, bleach, appetizers, ham with a bone for the kitties (coming later this week!) and pop
Vickie D--6 bags of Royal Canin Baby Cat dry
Susan L from OR--For Coralie or one who needs warmth--a K & H heated kitty pad! really nice
Then..........we had an extra special box. It was from Derecho with help from our friend Beth/Eaglewatcher. When we went to the OVMA, one of the things I especially wanted to look into was a heated pad/bed for surgical use. We sometimes have trouble keeping the body temp up on some of the longer surgeries. I found 3 different kinds. The 2 would've been ok, but in all reality, would've had some problems down the road with kitty claws. The one that I was oh, so wanting, is an awesome unit. It's a conductive heat--a wonderful unit, but expensive. I must've visited that table to see it 5-6 different times. As much as I knew it was a wonderful set-up, I just couldn't spend the money. So, I ended up leaving not ordering anything as a warmer for our surgeries. Well........Derecho must've told Eaglewatcher my dreams. You see, I talk to Derecho alot. And Eaglewatcher listened to Derecho. I am so so grateful for this heater unit. I'm excited and honored to have it. I thank you, Beth.
Kitten season has arrived. Yesterday we took in 4 kittens. Rarely do we get kittens in that are in decent shape. But, these kittens are! They are of the orangie tribe! 3 boys/1 girl. One boy is long hair gold tiger/white. Another boy is all orange tiger. The third boy is orange/white, short hair. The girl is a light orange/white. They've been tested, wormed, vaccinated, bathed and already out on the floor playing at full speed in the back Thumper's Room. So cute to watch them play! They are 9 weeks old. Names will be coming very soon.
Unfortunately, Thomas had a seizure yesterday. Not one of the big nasty ones, but enough to be confusing to him afterwards. Not to worry--we are still trying to get him to his therapeutic level which can take a whole month. This was simply a break thru seizure. He's good to go again! This boy is awesome--so sweet, loves people and has been having a few short visits in the main area. He won't be up in the main area until meds/seizures are more stabilized and the little "fit" episodes that he's had in his past are indeed a time of the past. He had one of these episodes the very first night, but not since then. Thomas is a happy boy and utterly loves to be held and petted. His friend Kitty Kat is more relaxed and we're still working on Joey. I talked to the lady that saved him from the hoarding situation. In her words, Joey had a miserable life, which was spent in a basement. He has a right to be sad right now. You can see it in his eyes. But, each day here, will bring him closer to being the happy Joey. We're working on him.
Coralie is awesome! It's only 3 days post-op. This morning she got into the litterbox by herself and pottied! This is a place where we get very excited about pottying! Yep, she pottied just fine! I've been walking her around the main area of the rescue center a couple times a day to start preparing her for coming up to this area. She's purring and feeling better each day. She's figuring out this new lifestyle for herself!
All is fine. Cats are healthy, adoptions are going good. Our residents are wonderful. Covies are starting to look forward to moving back to the Cove in April. Porchies were seen yesterday basking in the sun (yes, in the snow, but the sun was shining!). Volunteers are awesome! Life is indeed good.
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Tuesday March 4
Wow--what a day yesterday was. A very thankful filled day.
First, Coralie had her surgery to remove the other rear leg. After having looked at the leg again, we had 3 vets out of 3 that concurred with this surgery decision. As usual, Coralie came thru this anesthetic with flying colors. I was told she was done, still had her tube in, and then about 4 minutes later out she came in her carrier, ready to come home! And home we came! She slept most of the afternoon and evening. We will continue her soreness meds for a while yet and antibiotics.
This morning I put Coralie in the litterbox where she proceeded to dig a hole, she peed then buried it! I was so proud of her! She then got out of the box by herself and got up on the second level of the Kuranda Tower by herself where she proceeded to groom! She ate a good breakfast and has been purring and chirping. Her chirp is worth a thousand words to me. I love it!
So, I feel at peace today about Coralie. I just knew she wouldn't give up if we just gave her the chance. She is a mighty cat and is going to do something wonderful with her life......I just know it. And actually, she already has. She's a happy girl! I've been carrying her around in the main area lately, in preparation of her coming into this area. I have received nothing but positive feedback from you--our FFRC friends. For that I am doubly appreciative.
Then we have Alma. Oh my, what a day she had. Her world is always viewed from a laying position unless a person uprights her. Well, not always anymore! Jimmy and I have been looking at lots of cat mobile carts on youtube that is workable with a cat that has all 4 legs compromised. Her CH is severe and she cannot weight bear by herself without falling over. So, we built her a cart! I thank Jimmy for his patience in doing this. The first time we put her in, she just stood there looking about. Perhaps a bit overwhelmed? Not sure! The second time we tried it, she went backwards and then went forwards a few steps, a couple times! We were thrilled! We will continue practicing this with her. Her life is about to change. There will be no holding her back! She's a wonderful cat. Alma's name means "soul".
We had BOXES last night! My gratitude to you all for your support.
Gusti from Germany--Easter card with note and owl paper! Lots of stickers, cute napkins, box of German kitty cards, clips for office, Easter decorations, a book Bats in the Belfy by Doreen Toby. Also a special green towel for Coralie and a special red towel for Freemont.
Lucy/Lulittle and fur baby Benny--Book, Haatchi and Little B (a great reading book!)
Catherine H/ordinarydiva from NY with Squeeky, Meatloaf and Jackpot--can of cheese, mousie toys, package of mylar balls and potty bags
Israel S/Ny Coralie Lover--box of a great variety of K-cups!
Leah M/leahM216--9 gorgeous earwarmer bands of a variety of colors for store, day sale, etc. They are so beautiful! Extra thanks.
Barb W, our visitor from WA--10 boxes of hanging folders variety of colors
Beth/eaglewatcher--"Chiffon" memorial stone for Alberts Garden (extra thanks, Beth)
Pat, our new Defiance resident!--a beautiful table runner crocheted with the FFRC logo on it. It says " Heaven is where you meet all the cats you ever loved". I so very much love this. Pat and Ellen also brought some can food and baby food.
Jean T--PayPal donation for FFRC
Janet M--PayPal donation for FFRC
I would like to extend a special thanks too for the following for helping us with Coralie's medical expenses: Karla M from IA, Pam R/buckeye from OH, Jane L from WI, Gusti from Germany, Donna H from PA, Carmel D from France, Halos mom & dad from NY and Newfiedogmom from Canada.
Another bit of awesome news! Thomas....he is a nut! This boy is blossoming into a clown! He loves to be held. Loves legs almost as much as Freemont does. Thomas gets around real good though--his CH is mild. He loves kisses. He's also starting to want to venture out. Maybe soon he will be here in the main area!
And more exciting news! We reached TEN MILLION total viewers on our webcam last night. This is overwhelming to comprehend. I was telling the viewers last night I remember our first 1,000 total views. I was so happy. Ten million is overwhelming. It's simply amazing. To me, this is a testimony to our friendship to you, our viewers and from you viewers to us. We have a friendship that is wonderful.
And with that, I would like to let you all know how filled with gratitude I am to you all. From our volunteers, viewers (lurkers and chatters), facebook friends, Moderators, Admins, friends from all over--I am so grateful. There is not a day that goes by that I do not feel you having "our back" here at FFRC. It takes a village of world wide friends, known as the FFRC Nation, to hold our FFRC together. We are indeed blessed.
First, Coralie had her surgery to remove the other rear leg. After having looked at the leg again, we had 3 vets out of 3 that concurred with this surgery decision. As usual, Coralie came thru this anesthetic with flying colors. I was told she was done, still had her tube in, and then about 4 minutes later out she came in her carrier, ready to come home! And home we came! She slept most of the afternoon and evening. We will continue her soreness meds for a while yet and antibiotics.
This morning I put Coralie in the litterbox where she proceeded to dig a hole, she peed then buried it! I was so proud of her! She then got out of the box by herself and got up on the second level of the Kuranda Tower by herself where she proceeded to groom! She ate a good breakfast and has been purring and chirping. Her chirp is worth a thousand words to me. I love it!
So, I feel at peace today about Coralie. I just knew she wouldn't give up if we just gave her the chance. She is a mighty cat and is going to do something wonderful with her life......I just know it. And actually, she already has. She's a happy girl! I've been carrying her around in the main area lately, in preparation of her coming into this area. I have received nothing but positive feedback from you--our FFRC friends. For that I am doubly appreciative.
Then we have Alma. Oh my, what a day she had. Her world is always viewed from a laying position unless a person uprights her. Well, not always anymore! Jimmy and I have been looking at lots of cat mobile carts on youtube that is workable with a cat that has all 4 legs compromised. Her CH is severe and she cannot weight bear by herself without falling over. So, we built her a cart! I thank Jimmy for his patience in doing this. The first time we put her in, she just stood there looking about. Perhaps a bit overwhelmed? Not sure! The second time we tried it, she went backwards and then went forwards a few steps, a couple times! We were thrilled! We will continue practicing this with her. Her life is about to change. There will be no holding her back! She's a wonderful cat. Alma's name means "soul".
We had BOXES last night! My gratitude to you all for your support.
Gusti from Germany--Easter card with note and owl paper! Lots of stickers, cute napkins, box of German kitty cards, clips for office, Easter decorations, a book Bats in the Belfy by Doreen Toby. Also a special green towel for Coralie and a special red towel for Freemont.
Lucy/Lulittle and fur baby Benny--Book, Haatchi and Little B (a great reading book!)
Catherine H/ordinarydiva from NY with Squeeky, Meatloaf and Jackpot--can of cheese, mousie toys, package of mylar balls and potty bags
Israel S/Ny Coralie Lover--box of a great variety of K-cups!
Leah M/leahM216--9 gorgeous earwarmer bands of a variety of colors for store, day sale, etc. They are so beautiful! Extra thanks.
Barb W, our visitor from WA--10 boxes of hanging folders variety of colors
Beth/eaglewatcher--"Chiffon" memorial stone for Alberts Garden (extra thanks, Beth)
Pat, our new Defiance resident!--a beautiful table runner crocheted with the FFRC logo on it. It says " Heaven is where you meet all the cats you ever loved". I so very much love this. Pat and Ellen also brought some can food and baby food.
Jean T--PayPal donation for FFRC
Janet M--PayPal donation for FFRC
I would like to extend a special thanks too for the following for helping us with Coralie's medical expenses: Karla M from IA, Pam R/buckeye from OH, Jane L from WI, Gusti from Germany, Donna H from PA, Carmel D from France, Halos mom & dad from NY and Newfiedogmom from Canada.
Another bit of awesome news! Thomas....he is a nut! This boy is blossoming into a clown! He loves to be held. Loves legs almost as much as Freemont does. Thomas gets around real good though--his CH is mild. He loves kisses. He's also starting to want to venture out. Maybe soon he will be here in the main area!
And more exciting news! We reached TEN MILLION total viewers on our webcam last night. This is overwhelming to comprehend. I was telling the viewers last night I remember our first 1,000 total views. I was so happy. Ten million is overwhelming. It's simply amazing. To me, this is a testimony to our friendship to you, our viewers and from you viewers to us. We have a friendship that is wonderful.
And with that, I would like to let you all know how filled with gratitude I am to you all. From our volunteers, viewers (lurkers and chatters), facebook friends, Moderators, Admins, friends from all over--I am so grateful. There is not a day that goes by that I do not feel you having "our back" here at FFRC. It takes a village of world wide friends, known as the FFRC Nation, to hold our FFRC together. We are indeed blessed.
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Sunday, March 2
Our afghan raffle was wonderful! I am so very appreciative of each and every ticket that came thru. This raffle is only possible because of your support! I thank you! Here's the scoop:
Afghan A--Cat on a Fence by LJ--won by Carmela D/macdoum 121 tickets sold
Afghan B--Kitty squares by LJ--won by Lewbeth/Lori W 240 tickets sold
Afghan C--Kitty popcorn by LJ--won by Priscilla G 186 tickets told
Afghan D--Irish Cable Knit by Sharon M--won by Ann D 184 tickets sold
Afghan E--Rainbow Rippe by Arlene H--won by Jennifer M 159 tickets sold
This makes for a total of 890 tickets sold for $4,450. Gusti donated an extra $50, which now makes that $4,500! This means that on an average, each afghan was valued at $900. This is just incredible. I'm so pleased and so thankful.
I mentioned last night on the cam that this money will go towards the cats care. On an average, for the first two months of a cat or kittens care, we put in $300 to $350 per each one. This does not include food or litter. Our adoption is $90, which we intend to keep at that level yet.
I cannot thank you all enough for your support. I asked a general question yesterday to chat--what do you, as chatters prefer for the afghan--raffle or auction. The answer was overwhelmingly raffle. I've had so many people comment on this. The reason is that it gives so many people an option on possibly winning an afghan for a $5 ticket!
For fun, we also did some consolation prizes!
Catnip pad--Woolywhiskers (donated back since she has no cats!)
Catnip pad--Susicat/Susan W
BiggieDew--Patcat
Leggydew & toy--Andrea B
Leggydew & toy--Lewbeth
We will be getting all these items out tomorrow!
We also had BOXES last night! So many thanks to give!
Susan C from Defiance--donation for FFRC
Ken S and D'Laura B--with Abner, Neena and Simon--Tuna, Sardines, Salmon, fancyf east, baby food, yellow Kabana rug and Lysol wipes
Jan from HI--spring toys, case of Tiki cat and case of Fancy Feast gravy lovers
Eric, Carrie & Jim--17 lb. bag of Iams Kitten
Shannan W--donation for FFRC
Deb M--donation for FFRC
Leslie M from KS--a donation to help with Coralie
Diana D--donation, in memory of Paul
Just an update on the adoption of Miss Marti--her new mom says she is doing great! Yesterday was Asha's birthday. She is such an awesome cat and so very happy. She had at least 25 kisses and hugs! Each day Thomas is getting better and better. He actually hops/walks/jumps to the door when we go in now in excitement! Always makes me laugh! Fondant is doing much better today too. More relaxed and is playing. News flash, news flash--Alma got herself in the litterbox by herself and pottied! Talk about jubilation--we were ecstatic! We still put her in it several times a day, but that was a big step for her!
We do have an update on Coralie. Things have changed in the last 12 hours. When I changed her dressing on her ankle, part of the bone came off. Not a good thing. First, let me say, our vets are awesome and they always have the thought of doing as much as possible to help a pet. This week they have talked alot about ways to help Coralie. How to get her skin to stretch to cover the bone, how to debride the bone, how to keep that leg. But several things have happened in the last day. First, as mentioned, some of the bone came off, This means the bone is not very healthy. It also appears that the achilles tendon has deteriorated more and is not connected at all now. Also some of the skin around the ankle has blackened, which means even less skin to work with. And her pain has shot up. I want to explain this thoroughly so you all understand the decision made. We have 3 options. One is to try the surgery but with probably only a 10% or less chance of success. This would then mean yet another surgery down the road. Second is euthanasia. Third is to amputate the leg. After much talking, it was decided to do the amputation. This saddens me deeply to think of yet more loss for her. It makes my heart literally ache for her. But then I look into her eyes and I still see life and joy. Without this awful pain the leg is giving her, she will feel so much better. After surgery, we can do two different things or both. We will let her heal and then see how she pulls herself around. Think of Seymour--that boy is lightening fast and he can even climb. The other is to let her use a cart-mobile to help her get around (not to be used all the time). So, she will go to the vets in the morning. I will keep you posted thru the mods as I want to stay with her for the surgery. She will come home tomorrow. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. She's tough, she can do this. Let's keep any talk about Coralie positive! Thank you.
Afghan A--Cat on a Fence by LJ--won by Carmela D/macdoum 121 tickets sold
Afghan B--Kitty squares by LJ--won by Lewbeth/Lori W 240 tickets sold
Afghan C--Kitty popcorn by LJ--won by Priscilla G 186 tickets told
Afghan D--Irish Cable Knit by Sharon M--won by Ann D 184 tickets sold
Afghan E--Rainbow Rippe by Arlene H--won by Jennifer M 159 tickets sold
This makes for a total of 890 tickets sold for $4,450. Gusti donated an extra $50, which now makes that $4,500! This means that on an average, each afghan was valued at $900. This is just incredible. I'm so pleased and so thankful.
I mentioned last night on the cam that this money will go towards the cats care. On an average, for the first two months of a cat or kittens care, we put in $300 to $350 per each one. This does not include food or litter. Our adoption is $90, which we intend to keep at that level yet.
I cannot thank you all enough for your support. I asked a general question yesterday to chat--what do you, as chatters prefer for the afghan--raffle or auction. The answer was overwhelmingly raffle. I've had so many people comment on this. The reason is that it gives so many people an option on possibly winning an afghan for a $5 ticket!
For fun, we also did some consolation prizes!
Catnip pad--Woolywhiskers (donated back since she has no cats!)
Catnip pad--Susicat/Susan W
BiggieDew--Patcat
Leggydew & toy--Andrea B
Leggydew & toy--Lewbeth
We will be getting all these items out tomorrow!
We also had BOXES last night! So many thanks to give!
Susan C from Defiance--donation for FFRC
Ken S and D'Laura B--with Abner, Neena and Simon--Tuna, Sardines, Salmon, fancyf east, baby food, yellow Kabana rug and Lysol wipes
Jan from HI--spring toys, case of Tiki cat and case of Fancy Feast gravy lovers
Eric, Carrie & Jim--17 lb. bag of Iams Kitten
Shannan W--donation for FFRC
Deb M--donation for FFRC
Leslie M from KS--a donation to help with Coralie
Diana D--donation, in memory of Paul
Just an update on the adoption of Miss Marti--her new mom says she is doing great! Yesterday was Asha's birthday. She is such an awesome cat and so very happy. She had at least 25 kisses and hugs! Each day Thomas is getting better and better. He actually hops/walks/jumps to the door when we go in now in excitement! Always makes me laugh! Fondant is doing much better today too. More relaxed and is playing. News flash, news flash--Alma got herself in the litterbox by herself and pottied! Talk about jubilation--we were ecstatic! We still put her in it several times a day, but that was a big step for her!
We do have an update on Coralie. Things have changed in the last 12 hours. When I changed her dressing on her ankle, part of the bone came off. Not a good thing. First, let me say, our vets are awesome and they always have the thought of doing as much as possible to help a pet. This week they have talked alot about ways to help Coralie. How to get her skin to stretch to cover the bone, how to debride the bone, how to keep that leg. But several things have happened in the last day. First, as mentioned, some of the bone came off, This means the bone is not very healthy. It also appears that the achilles tendon has deteriorated more and is not connected at all now. Also some of the skin around the ankle has blackened, which means even less skin to work with. And her pain has shot up. I want to explain this thoroughly so you all understand the decision made. We have 3 options. One is to try the surgery but with probably only a 10% or less chance of success. This would then mean yet another surgery down the road. Second is euthanasia. Third is to amputate the leg. After much talking, it was decided to do the amputation. This saddens me deeply to think of yet more loss for her. It makes my heart literally ache for her. But then I look into her eyes and I still see life and joy. Without this awful pain the leg is giving her, she will feel so much better. After surgery, we can do two different things or both. We will let her heal and then see how she pulls herself around. Think of Seymour--that boy is lightening fast and he can even climb. The other is to let her use a cart-mobile to help her get around (not to be used all the time). So, she will go to the vets in the morning. I will keep you posted thru the mods as I want to stay with her for the surgery. She will come home tomorrow. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. She's tough, she can do this. Let's keep any talk about Coralie positive! Thank you.
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